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Tips for getting accepted Where to find Canada’s housing best ag programs How to find scholarships (which one is best for you?)

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34 how to get accepted How can you increase your odds of getting the nod? Admissions experts give their best tips. SOS: Stressed 42 out students You might start to think that your new university life is a bit overwhelming. Don’t worry: there’s support for that. the hunt for 40 (affordable) housing The hunt for housing can be stressful, costly and can also determine where students choose to go to school. Go to college, 44 see the world Many Canadian universities have 36 show me the money partnerships to provide a broader Where do you find scholarships, bursaries, co-op programs and internships to help you Getting started in agriculture? experience for their students. pay for school and get experience so you can land a paying job? profiles Let’s talk british columbia saskatchewan Ontario 6 University of British Columbia 12 University of Saskatchewan 21 Fleming College 20 University of the Fraser Valley 14 Western College of 21 Algonquin College Alberta Veterinary Medicine 22 Durham College 32 Saskatchewan Polytechnic 22 Trent University No matter what stage you’re at in your career, we’re ready to help. Customized loans, agriculture 6 University of Lethbridge manitoba 23 Mohawk College software, farm management training, specialized publications and support for ag clubs and 7 Red Deer College 23 University of Guelph 7 Lakeland College colleges – if you think building the future for tomorrow’s producers is important, let’s talk. 16 University of Manitoba Ridgetown Campus 8 University of Calgary 18 Assiniboine College 24 University of Guelph College of Veterinary Medicine 20 Red River College To learn how we’re helping young farmers, visit fcc.ca/YoungFarmer. 26 McGill University 9 Olds College 28 Dalhousie University 9 Lethbridge College 10 University of Alberta side-by-side listings 30-31

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ed to provide whole-farm animal health programs that include plans for feed ef- ficiency and disease avoidance, rather than responding to individual cases of animal illness. Veterinarians’ work spans the space between the functional Tips for science of primary practice and food in- getting accepted spection to the region where super-speed Where to find CANADA’S housing BEST AG PROGRAMS electrons are passed through animal tis- How to find sue to discover answers that were once scholarships (which one is best for you?)

By Michael Raine | Managing Editor only theoretical. PLUS: Side-by-side listings of Agricultural Colleges and Programs The demand for certified professionals onsidering an agri- to provide advice and information for pri- Publisher: Shaun Jessome cultural education? mary producers remains strong, as pri- editor: Brian MacLeod If you come from a vate industry fills some of the gaps left by Managing Editor: Michael Raine farm, you probably existing public institutions. Art Director: Michelle Houlden Advertising Director: Kelly Berg have an idea of the The extension research that provides Creative Director: Robert Magnell opportunities that farmers with tools and choices to improve Marketing Manager: Jack Phipps exist in your com- their operations is done by yet more peo- Editorial: 306-665-3544 munity. However, ple with agricultural training. Those jobs Editorial fax: 306-934-2401 the careers related to farming stretch well bridge the fields of scientific research and [email protected] beyond even a Prairie horizon. practice, and practitioners often say they C Advertising: 1-800-667-7776 More and more, people entering post- are among the most rewarding in agricul- Advertising fax: 306-653-8750 secondary agricultural programs don’t ture, as their work translates directly into [email protected] have farm backgrounds. Once considered farm profitability, improved environ- National sales: Lisa Graham / Denise Bott Suite 201 - 300 Willow Road a way for farm boys and girls to stay con- mental conditions and increased food Guelph, Ontario N1H 7C6 nected to a rural life or prepare them to production for a hungry planet. Tel: 519-836-4072 Fax: 519-836-2499 take over a family farm someday, food and Plant breeders and livestock researchers agriculture has always offered opportuni- with specialties in chemistry and biology Subscriptions: 1-800-667-6929 Subscription fax: 306-244-9445 ties, but many flew under the radar of now rely heavily on skills in genetics. And [email protected] those seeking a career straight out of high genomics specialists rely on researchers Ag college guidebook is published by Western school. working on the fundamentals of bioengi- Producer Publications. Contents copyright 2014. The need for technicians and farm la- neering. All rights reserved. No part of Ag college guidebook may be reproduced in any form or by bourers to power the industry has grown Agricultural engineers develop more any means without prior written consent. over the past two decades, as farm consol- than just the ways to couple power to We strive for accuracy in presenting articles and idations have resulted in fewer farmers wheels, feeding, seeding and threshing charts. However, we are not responsible for errors operating ever-larger farms. components. Today’s machines are in- or liability in the event of losses resulting from The technology incorporated into ma- creasingly tied to highly-refined agro- readers’ use of our magazine and website. chinery has been refined, but has also be- nomic practices. Return undeliverable Canadian addresses to: P.O. come more complex in the process. Tech- Farms can’t make use of great science, Box 2500 Stn Main, 2310 Millar Ave., Saskatoon, SK S7K 2C4. nicians were once mechanics. Now, hav- tools and staff without sound business ing the knowledge and the skill to repair management skills. Producers and indus- farm machinery are only some of the du- try require the best in financial planning ties that work entails. Understanding the abilities. And people with those skills rely electronics that run GPS and logics cir- on the work of agricultural economists to cuitry are as important as replacing a bro- guide them. ken shaft or worn part. Agriculture and food production and Livestock breeding programs often re- the information that fuels it is now global. Publications Mail Agreement No. 40069240 quire technicians to have a sound under- Opportunities for those with training in Registration No. 10676 standing of genetics and basic veterinary agriculture stretch from the farmyard to Printed with inks ™ practices. And veterinarians are expect- the boardroom and around the world. containing canola oil profiles Done with high school and unsure about your next step? We asked ag colleges across Canada to tell us about themselves and why you should choose them. 6 | ag college guidebook | published by the Western Producer | 7

The UBC Faculty of Land and Food Systems aims to educate new generations of scientists to solve the most fundamental issues faced by society: human health, a sustainable food supply and the responsible use of finite land and water resources. TheFood and Resource Economics group uses economic analysis to examine applied problems in the areas of food markets and UNIVERSITY of the economics of renewable resources and the environment. UBC established the Animal Welfare Program in 1997 to improve british columbia the welfare and humane care of animals in agriculture, research, companionship and other areas, and to help build consensus on the Campus location: Vancouver, B.C. broader ethical questions surrounding the use of animals. Minimum entering grade: 70% TheB.Sc.in Applied Biology major integrates diverse topics in Tuition: $9,800-$15,600 soil-water-plant-atmosphere systems with a focus on the science underpinning crop production and ecosystem management. It Application deadline: Jan. 31, 2015 for fall 2015 start allows students to tailor their experience towards a major area of Website: www.landfood.ubc.ca interest while focusing on global and local environmental issues.

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»»The Dairy Education and Research Centre is a teaching and »»The Wine Research Centre conducts pioneering research in enology research unit and operates as a typical modern dairy farm and an and viticulture and to develop highly qualified human resources intensive dairy cattle research centre. 230 cows are milked each with relevant scientific expertise and enterprise who will promote day. The herd of 500 animals is large enough to provide an adequate the technological advancement of the wine industry in Canada. This number of research animals to meet the Centre’s increasing teaching new initiative is a collaboration between researchers at UBC, at and research requirements. other educational and research institutions and all facets of the wine industry.

The University of Lethbridge has a wide variety of agricultural programs including livestock —primarily cattle — hogs and poultry, grains, oilseeds, pulses and numerous specialty crops. In this setting, aspiring agriculturalists learn about the physical and economic inter-relationships between agricultural produc- university of tion, marketing, trade and nutrient management, water, grazing, rangeland and riparian management. Students can achieve a Bachelor of Arts or a Bachelor of Science lethbridge in Agricultural Studies, or a multidisciplinary major in Agricul- tural Studies offered by the Departments of Biological Sciences, Campus location: Lethbridge, Alta. Economics, and Geography. With an approved agricultural di- Minimum entering grade: Completed 30 levels ploma, a student can transfer into the BA or B.Sc., Agricultural Tuition: $3,152 Studies Post-Diploma program at the University of Lethbridge. Application deadline: Dec. 15 & June 1 Both of these programs require students to participate in a Tech- nical Studies Semester at Olds College or an approved equivalent Website: www.uleth.ca program in order to develop technical and practical skills. Students in the BA programs select courses in agricultural eco- STANDOUT PROGRAMS nomics, rural sociology, economic geography, development, public policy and administration, and environmental issues. There is an optional concentration in agricultural business. »»The Co-operative Education/Internship Option is available to Students in the B.Sc. programs select courses in animal and students for the Master of Arts and Master of Science programs. plant physiology, genetics, ecology, microbiology, and biotech- Co-operative education is an educational model that formally nology, or courses in weather and climate, soils, environmental integrates academic study at the master’s level with relevant, resource management, irrigation, and global information sys- paid work experience in appropriate employment fields such as tems. Other options are a concentration in Agricultural Business government, institutions and industry. or Geographical Information Science. | 7

Red Deer College offers aHeavy Equipment Technician Train- ing Program and a first year Bachelors of Science Agriculture or Agriculture Food Business Management program. The remaining three years of the B.Sc. Agriculture program can be completed at the University of Alberta or Lethbridge. The Agriculture Food Business Management Program can be Red Deer college done at the U of A. The Heavy Equipment Technician program develops skills for Campus location: Red Deer, Alta. those who enjoy precise work, problem-solving and working Minimum entering grade: Completed 30 levels with their hands. Students train to maintain, repair and overhaul heavy vehicles, industrial heavy equipment and commercial Tuition: $997 - 4,199 transport devices. It is a four-year program with a minimum of Application opened for fall 2016: Oct. 1, 2015 1,500 hours of yearly on-the-job training, plus eight weeks of Website: www.rdc.ab.ca studies at RDC each year.

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»»The Centre for Innovation in Manufacturing is a collaborative centre advanced manufacturing equipment. The Centre has gained a built and equipped with the financial support of Red Deer College, the reputation for its approachability, technical expertise and industry Province of Alberta and Western Economic Diversification. It currently support capabilities, and a list of successful products and processes, houses $4.2 million in cutting-edge, industry-leading prototype and created in partnership with Alberta companies.

lakeland college Client: Lakeland College Department: Agricultural Sciences Paper/Magazine: The Western Producer Campus location: Vermilion, Alta. Cost centre: 01 2305 CCR Minimum entering grade: dependent on program Size: 3.5 x 4.75 Tuition: $5,000 -$7,900 depending on program Grow canola, purchase heifers, change Colour Application deadline: first qualified, first accepted feed rations… it’s your decision. Cost: $1050 Website: www.lakelandcollege.ca Code: 14_7761_WesternProducerAd As an animal science technology or crop technology student, Graphic designer: Kathleen Hughson you’re part of a student team that makes production and Lakeland College 1 800 661 6490 ext. 8513 management decisions and puts them to test on Lakeland [email protected] STANDOUT PROGRAMS College’s Student Managed Farm - Powered by New Holland. It’s a powerful Live the Learning experience. »»Lakeland’s most powerful learning tool, the Student Managed Farm – Powered by New Holland, serves as a lab for students. They learn Ask us about the roles students play in the SMF’s crop, dairy, theory in the classroom and put it into practice using the college farm beef (commercial and purebred) and sheep units. at the Vermilion campus. The SMF’s crop, beef (commercial and purebred), dairy and sheep units have second-year student teams that participate in meetings, set goals, follow a budget, make marketing decisions and do some of the hands-on work, all with the goal of Agricultural Sciences running a profitable and sustainable agribusiness. There’s also an 1 800 661 6490 applied research student group that works with Lakeland’s applied www.lakelandcollege.ca/smf research department to plan and execute research projects. 8 | ag college guidebook | published by the Western Producer | 9 university of calgary college of Veterinary medicine Campus location: Calgary, Alta., and others Minimum entering grade: Four semesters with a GPA of 3, with specific course requirements as a pre- requisite; a resident of Alberta. Tuition: $5,432 Application deadline for 2015: Jan. 10, 2015. Website: www.vet.ucalgary.ca The University of Calgary’s the interface of domestic animal and human health in the fourth year of the pro- Faculty of Veterinary Medicine mals, wildlife, humans and through research (basic, gram. The DVLC is comprised is the first veterinary college in the environment; educating clinical, applied, or popula- of private and public practices, Alberta. Fully funded by the veterinarians to meet the tion health) non-government organiza- province, UCVM is dedicated needs of society through The DVM program includes tions, federal and provincial to meeting the animal and public and private practice in nine semesters of instruction. agencies and other animal in- public health needs of Alberta areas related to public health, The first three years each have dustry partners who work with through its education, research food safety, environmental two semesters and follow the UCVM faculty. and outreach programs. and agricultural interfaces, University academic calendar. The DVM curriculum pro- The veterinary medicine wildlife/conservation/zoo They include on-campus and vides a balance of opportuni- program has four areas of em- medicine and health. off-campus learning experi- ties for students to learn com- phasis beyond general veteri- ences. A number of extracur- parative medicine and acquire nary medical practice studies. Equine health ricular learning activities are discipline-based knowledge, • Population and individual also available. The fourth year to acquire and practice clini- Production animal health veterinary care of horses; is the equivalent of three se- cal and professional skills, and • Population and individual educating veterinarians to mesters – 40 weeks of practi- to develop diagnostic reason- animal health of all food and meet the needs of the horse cum rotation experiences, ing ability during the first other production animal industry, horse owners, and plus two weeks for assess- three years. species; educating veteri- rural Alberta. ment, delivered over a full cal- Early exposure to clinical ma- narians to meet the needs of endar year, May-April. terial at the individual animal the livestock industry and Investigative medicine Through the Distributed and population levels is provid- rural Alberta. • Comparative medicine and Veterinary Learning Com- ed in the Clinical Presentations biomedical research; en- munity, students will gain courses, which integrate basic, Ecosystem and public health couraging students to pur- hands-on clinical, diagnostic pre-clinical, clinical and popu- • Animal and public health at sue careers advancing ani- and professional experience lation health material.

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»»UCVM is committed to strengthening the connections between human »»Post-graduate studies in the health and welfare of animals and and animal medicine, a concept known as One Health through a humans are offered, with doctoral training in veterinary sciences to collaboration with the University of Calgary’s Faculty of Medicine. veterinarians after obtaining their DVM degrees with full scholarship support of $45,000 per year for four years. | 9

The first year of this diploma program provides studies in com- munication, accounting and marketing strategy. Students develop an environmental understanding in food production, feed, fuel and fibre, as well as livestock physiology and health with a global focus. In the second year, a specialization choice of a major is made. Production Major This major is designed for students who plan to work in a produc- Olds college tion enterprise or its service providers. Consumer preferences and the markets that influence agricultural production are stud- Campus location: Olds, Alta. ied. The curriculum also involves agricultural environment Minimum entering grade: Completed 30 levels management and sustainability, and examines soil conservation strategies and carbon sequestration. Tuition: $4,380 Application opened for fall 2016: Oct. 1, 2015 Finance Major Website: www.oldscollege.ca The finance major prepares a student for a career in lending and finance. The curriculum covers law and legislation, financial- as sessment and asset valuation, farmstead planning and logistics, STANDOUT PROGRAMS risk assessment and budgeting. Marketing Major »»Entry into the B.Sc. Agribusiness program requires the completion of a two-year diploma in an agriculture or related discipline. Upon The marketing major gives students experience with customer successful completion of the courses, students undertake an eight service skills, applied sales and customer relationship manage- month directed field study with an approved employer of their choice. ment, commodity pricing planning and production of promo- The Bachelor of Applied Science degree, majoring in agribusiness, is tional materials including e-marketing, analytics, search engine the only program of its kind in North America. optimization, and social media practice.

Students in the Agriculture Sciences programs get hands-on experience learning about the beef industry as well as dairy, sheep and poultry operations. They will attend classes in the plant, soils and computer labs and the barn, and tour the operations of some of the most progressive producers in the region. Visiting experts and agricultural business leaders are Agricul- lethbridge college ture Entrepreneurs in Residence to create opportunities for students to gain practical, real-world experience while generating Campus location: Lethbridge, Alta. impacts for existing agriculture operations and businesses. Minimum entering grade: 50% Tuition: $3,709 per year Application deadline: Jan. 2 for winter semester Website: www.lethbridgecollege.ca

STANDOUT PROGRAMS Choosing a career in »»Agriculture-related programs include: Agriculture Sciences (two-year Agriculture will open doors program); Animal Science major; Plant and Soil major; Agricultural and Heavy Equipment Technician (32 weeks). Working with The Rack »»Lethbridge College hosts the annual Tiffin Conference, outlining will walk you through them challenges and issues in the cattle industry and directed to primary producers as well as agri–business and agriculture students. www.therackonline.com 10 | ag college guidebook | published by the Western Producer | 11

university of alberta

Campus location: Edmonton Minimum entering grade: 78% or 2.3 GPA Tuition: $5,320 Application deadline: May 1, 2015 Website: www.ales.ualberta.ca

The Faculty of Agricultural, mance Animals; Food Ani- Life & Environmental Sciences mals; Food Safety and Quality. (ALES) is an applied science fac- There are six departments ulty that draws on the social sci- within ALES: ences, business and the arts and humanities to provide solutions Agricultural, Food and to issues such as global food Nutritional Science safety and security, the environ- This department is the first of clothing, family, home and economic research and teach- ment, bioresource develop- its kind in North America, in- community. ing with a focus on agriculture, ment, and individual and com- tegrating many disciplines to forestry and the environment. munity health and well-being. meet growing demands for Renewable Resources Students are involved in cut- B.Sc. in Agriculture, stu- safe and nutritious foods; bio- This department looks at natu- ting-edge research on the so- dents choose one of four avail- products; and healthy human ral and managed ecosystems cio-economic aspects of man- able majors: Agriculture Re- environments. Students prac- with a focus on the manage- aging natural resources. source Economics; Animal tise cutting-edge research to ment of natural resources Science; Crop Science; Sus- improve the health and quali- based on understanding the Alberta School of Forest tainable Agriculture Systems. ty of life, from primary pro- integration of landscape ele- Science and Management B.Sc. in Agricultural/Food duction and biotechnology in ments and the biota people The department is the integra- Business Management, stu- plant and animal sciences, to share with the planet. This tion of ecological, economic dents choose one of two avail- innovative food and agrifood critical field of study relies on and social forestry research able majors: Agricultural products, and nutrition and the contributions of students and education and builds and Business Management; Food wellness. and staff to understanding in- supports effective local, pro- Business Management teracting ecological systems vincial, national and interna- B.Sc. in Nutrition and Food Human Ecology ranging from soil pedons to tional partnerships. Science offers General, Special- This interdisciplinary applied watersheds. ization, and Honors programs. field uses a holistic systems ap- Related facilities B.Sc. in Animal Health, stu- proach to focus on the dynam- Resource Economics and Agri-Food Discovery Place: dents choose one of three ma- ic relationships people have Environmental Sociology world-class bio-product pro- jors: Companion and Perfor- with their environments: Students delve into socio- cessing facility dedicated to

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»»ALES’ canola breeding program received $1.6 million in funding »»Other partnerships include Alberta Livestock and Meat Agency, from Viterra (now called Crop Production Services) to create canola Alberta Crop Industries Development Fund, and Alberta Innovates Bio hybrids that have better yields, improved agronomic traits and better Solutions. resistance to disease. | 11

applied research activities in sity, ecology and conservation the areas of food safety, ag- of rare species, wetlands and industrial technologies, func- ecosystems restoration. tional food, and natural health Established in 1960, the Roy products. Berg (Kinsella) Research TheEdmonton Research Sta- Ranch is a 12,000-acre beef tion spans 600 acres and houses cattle breeding facility located some of the best agricultural re- 150 km southeast of Edmon- search and teaching facilities in ton. It houses 650 cattle that North America for animal me- support bovine genomic re- tabolism, crops, dairy, poultry search. The ranch is also home JOIN OUR TEAM and swine in addition to Agri- to Precision Ranching Re- Food Discovery Place. search, which studies the The Breton Plots are one of complexities of interactions few long-term soil study proj- between animals and the en- Viterra has many ects in the world and contain vironment. valuable information about TheMattheis Ranch is locat- career opportunities in a how management practices af- ed near Duchess, 150 km east fect soils and crops. Research of Calgary. Sitting on 12,000 conducted here over the past 78 acres, it has a diversity of eco- wide variety of fields and years has led to significant ecosystems and habitats, a rich nomic impact through im- variety of plant life, different career stages. proved crop production. riparian areas and several The Devonian Botanic Gar- wetlands. The Mattheis Ranch den features 80 acres of dis- is named after Edwin and play gardens and 100 acres of Ruth Mattheis who generously natural areas and ecological donated their land to the uni- preserves. It offers a variety of versity to broaden knowledge educational courses in horti- of rangeland ecology and Visit our Careers section at culture, design, arts and per- management. The Mattheis sonal wellness for adults and Ranch supports the work of www.viterra.com to find children. The garden also pro- the University of Alberta vides key research in biodiver- Rangeland Research Institute. your next career opportunity. 12 | ag college guidebook | published by the Western Producer | 13

UNIVERSITY of saskatchewan faculty of agriculture

Campus location: Saskatoon, Sask. Minimum entering grade: 65% Tuition: $4,400 Application deadline: May 1 to start in September Website: www.agbio.usask.ca

At the University of Saskatch- cultural disciplines. ewan’s College of Agriculture The use of renewable re- and Bioresources, certificate, sources to provide safe and ac- diploma, undergraduate and cessible food, sustainable post-graduate degree training sources of nutrients, pharma- economics, resource econom- basic research programs cov- is available in a wide range of ceuticals and fuels is the focus ics and food and bioproduct ering a wide range of topics in specializations. Student experi- of the food, feed and bioprod- entrepreneurship are also of- animal science and related ar- ence is enhanced by offering ucts study area. fered as BSA courses. eas, and maintains an excel- teaching and scholarship in a Environment and ecology There are five departments at lent relationship with industry. research-rich environment. offer a variety of BSA degree op- the U of S: Animal and Poultry The Department of Biore- Programs are focused in four tions, including a couple B.Sc Science; Bioresource Policy, source Policy, Business & Eco- theme areas: plants and ani- choices in Resource Science Business Economics; Plant Sci- nomics offers three graduate mals; food, feed and bioprod- and Economics and Policy. Pro- ence; Soil Science; and Food programs beyond its under- ucts; environment and ecolo- tecting renewable resources and Bioproducts Sciences. graduate programs. gy; and business and applied and the environment through AgBio students in Animal Its research and teaching economics. responsible management and and Poultry Science have a activities sit at the nexus of Plants and Animals is about conservation of the world’s soil, unique advantage in their applied economics, business the sustainable management, water and ecosystems is the fo- studies with easy access to and policy analysis for the ag- production, and genetic im- cus of the department. dairy, poultry, sheep, fish and riculture, food and resource provement of agricultural and The management, entrepre- metabolic teaching facilities sectors. Recent and ongoing domesticated plants and ani- neurship, policy and econom- located on-campus close to research encompasses areas mals. Both diploma and bach- ics relating to agricultural and the state-of-the-art agricul- such as innovation (biotech- elor programs are offered in bioresources area of study of- ture building. nology, plant breeders’ rights, agronomy. BSA degrees are offers a diploma as well as a B.Sc. The department has exten- bioproducts), rural commu- fered in a wide variety of agri- in agribusiness. Agricultural sive, high-quality applied and nities, resources & the envi-

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»»The Crop Development Centre is a centre of excellence field crop »»The department, along with the CDC, provides a unique experience breeding organization that is fully integrated within the department. to students by offering undergraduate and graduate level studies in agronomy, crop science, horticultural science, plant ecology or rangeland studies in one department. | 13

quick facts »»Undergraduates: about 800 »»Graduates: about 250 »»Faculty: 80 »»Co-op programs available »»Financing options: See explore. usask.ca/moneymatters/loans. php »»Entrance scholarships: See the Competitive Entrance Awards application form at explore. usask.ca/moneymatters/ awards/competitive.php. »»Student amenities: Agriculture Students Association; various clubs including: Agbusiness Club, Environmental Bioresources Student Association, FABS Student Club

ronment (climate change, (B.Sc.in Food Science). water resources, forestry), ag- It provides the agrifood and rifood marketing and supply bioresources industries with chains, food safety, interna- highly trained graduates and tional trade and entrepre- innovative research solutions neurship. for exploiting existing and The Department of Plant emerging opportunities for Sciences along with the Crop the agriculture sector. Development Centre is a cen- The interdisciplinary teach- tre for teaching, research and ing approach provides stu- outreach relating to the devel- dents with the knowledge and opment, production and man- understanding of agricultur- College of Agriculture agement of field and horticul- al outputs and by- and co- and Bioresources tural crops on the Prairies and products (proteins, carbohy- the management of non-ara- drates/fibre and lipids), pro- We will advance the responsible use of land, water and bioresources ble lands. Many of the most cessing, genetic engineering used to provide products and services that enhance quality of life. pressing environmental is- and microbial biotechnology sues require effective soil that can be tailored to the ar- management to resolve them: eas of food science and tech- The College of Agriculture and Bioresources offers undergraduate, post-graduate, diploma and degree options in a wide climate change; global food nology, biomaterials, bio- range of specializations: Bachelor of Science in shortages; lack of quality technology bio-energy and Agriculture, in Agribusiness in Renewable Resource Management drinking water; and human nutrigenomics. and in Animal Bioscience, as well as Diplomas in health (toxicology). The researchers are at the Agribusiness and Agronomy. A Certificate Program in The Department of Food forefront of food and bioprod- Indigenous Peoples Resource Management is also offered. and Bioproduct Sciences of- ucts research in Canada, and fers two bachelor degree pro- are recognized internationally Our programs are focused in 4 theme areas: grams: one is hosted in the for their specialties in food for Plants and Animals Food, Feed and Bioproducts College of Agriculture and health, food chemistry, pro- Environment and Ecology Bioresources (BSA in Food cessing, microbial biotechnol- Business and Applied Economics Bioproduct Sciences) and the ogy, authenticity, nanotech- other is offered through the nology, meat science, bio-ener- College of Arts and Sciences gy and nutrigenomics. www.agbio.usask.ca 14 | ag college guidebook | published by the Western Producer | 15

Western College of veterinary medicine Campus location: Saskatoon, Sask. Minimum entering grade: 75% Tuition: $8,266 Application deadline: Dec. 1 Website: www.usask.ca/wcvm

The Western College of Vet- quality and depth of its four- erinary Medicine (WCVM) is year Doctor of Veterinary the premier centre of veteri- Medicine (DVM) program. nary education, research and Students gain hands-on ex- clinical expertise in Western perience in food animal Canada. health through elective Established in 1963, the courses, clinical rotations, WCVM serves as the regional externships and a summer re- veterinary college for Cana- search program. da’s four western provinces The college’s Production and the northern territories. Animal Club brings together As one of Canada’s five vet- students who are interested in erinary colleges, the WCVM is cattle, swine, poultry and spe- a key member of Canada’s vet- cialized livestock for wet labs, erinary, public health and monthly rounds, field trips food safety networks. and seminars. infectious diseases, zoonoses, based research or clinical case More than 450 veterinary In addition, WCVM offers epidemiology, diagnostic pa- studies, WCVM scientists and graduate students are en- combined Master of Veteri- thology and herd health. work with researchers on rolled at the internationally nary Science and clinical resi- The DVM program is a non- campus and across Canada to recognized veterinary college dency programs in therio- direct entry program. Appli- find practical solutions to is- that includes a veterinary genology, internal medicine, cants require 60 credit units of sues facing Western Canada’s medical centre, a provincial surgery and field service — pre-veterinary courses (at least livestock industry. diagnostic laboratory for vet- specialized disciplines in two years) from an accredited Their efforts have led to new erinary medicine and large- which residents can focus on university. For more informa- therapies and diagnostic tools, scale research facilities. food animal health. tion, visit usask.ca/wcvm/ad- along with better manage- Most large animal practitio- Graduate students come from missions/documents/vet- ment strategies for food ani- ners in Western Canada are around the world to conduct med-brochure.pdf). mal health care. graduates of WCVM, interna- specialized research in areas Whether it’s through large- The college maintains a beef tionally recognized for the such as reproduction, genetics, scale field studies, laboratory- cattle herd as well as bison, elk

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»»The Veterinary Medical Centre (VMC) is responsible for more »»Veterinary students take part in clubs that focus on a variety of topics than 12,500 large and small animal cases per year. In addition, including health care for individual animal species (for example, the its field service annually cares for another 30,000 animals in rural Production Animal Club and the Equine Club) and global veterinary Saskatchewan. Students gain practical, real-life experience with medicine. Other volunteer organizations for WCVM students include common disorders and routine procedures and opportunities to be Global Vets, Veterinarians Without Borders/Vétérinaires sans frontières, involved in challenging cases involving a diverse variety of species SCI-FI VetMed Camps, Saskatoon’s Pets in the Park and Canadian before they enter practice. Veterinary Reserve. | 15

Famous grads & other notable achievements »»Dr. Stephen Acres (WCVM ’70): developed first vaccine to combat the most common form of calf enteritis. During his research career at Vaccine and Infectious Disease Organization (VIDO), he also participated in the development of several other conventional and recombinant DNA vaccines to prevent pneumonias in cattle and swine. »»Dr. Hugh Townsend (WCVM ’73) is best known for his pioneering work in the treatment of equine influenza. His research team was also the first to challenge the efficacy of existing equine influenza vaccines, and their findings led to major improvements in equine vaccine development around the world. In addition, Townsend was part of an international team of collaborators that researched, challenged and developed the first modified-live virus, intranasal equine influenza vaccine. »»Dr. Cheryl Waldner (WCVM ’88) is a prolific researcher who was the principal investigator for the six-year, multi-million-dollar Western Canadian Beef Productivity Study that involved 33,000 cows in more than 200 herds across Western Canada. The research team’s task was to investigate the impact of exposure to oil and gas emissions on the reproductive performance of cattle and calf survival. During her career, Waldner has helped to attract more than $13 million in research funding to the U of S — $8.6 million of which was granted to projects led by her as a principal investigator.

Providing a ‘United Voice’ for SASKATCHEWAN Saskatchewan beef producers CATTLEMEN’S ASSOCIATION and deer for research projects producers, veterinarians and • Collecti on and management of the at the WCVM Goodale Re- other research centres to car- Saskatchewan catt le marketi ng levy • Management of research and search Farm. ry out valuable field studies promoti on funds through the Sask. In addition, WCVM scien- involving hundreds of ani- Beef Industry Development Fund tists also work closely with mals throughout the region. • Funding contributi ons to Canada Beef Inc., for domesti c & internati onal promoti on and market development of Canadian beef • Funding contributi ons to Canadian Quick facts: Catt lemen’s Associati on for nati onal policy development and advocacy »»Undergraduates: 320 DVM available in the fourth year of students (four class years) the DVM program. • 11 elected directors from »»Graduate students: 155 »»Housing options: Visit explore. all regions of the province graduate students (MVetSc, usask.ca for more information • 2 appointed representati ves MSc, PhD, MPH), clinical about on campus residences from the SSGA interns and postdoctoral and housing. • 2 appointed representati ves from the SCFA fellows Financing options: WCVM »» • 5 CCA reps elected for »»International students: 84 doesn’t administer financial two-year terms international graduate students assistance programs. For (DVM program only accepts more information, prospective students who are from Western students can contact the Saskatchewan Catt lemen’s Associati on – to promote the well being of all Canada or northern Canada). student financial aid branches producti on sectors of the Saskatchewan beef catt le industry through eﬀ ecti ve Faculty to student ratio: 1 to 4 of their respective provincial »» departments of education. representati on from all regions of the province »»Co-op programs available: 310-820 51st St. East • Saskatoon, Sask. S7K 0X8 No. Externships (non-paid) are »»Entrance scholarships: Yes 1-877-908-2333 • 1-306-665-2333 • www.saskbeef.com 16 | ag college guidebook | published by the Western Producer | 17

UNIVERSITY of manitoba Campus location: Winnipeg, Man. Tuition:$4,000 Minimum grades required: 85% in critical classes, 60% overall. GPA of 2. Application deadline: May 1, 2015 Website: www.umanitoba.ca

Since its inception in 1906, practical, hands-on education the Faculty of Agricultural in business management, and Food Sciences has been a crop management, livestock leader in the agrifood industry management or general agri- in Manitoba. The standard of culture. excellence it has attained in its B.Sc. Agribusiness: the teaching and research pro- study of the business and eco- grams is recognized across nomics of food, with a focus on Canada and around the world. agribusiness, agricultural The Faculty of Agricultural economics, or international and Food Sciences has earned agribusiness. vanced biotechnologies ap- cessed into healthy, safe and a reputation for its high-cali- B.Sc. Agriculture has three plied to the improvement, pro- appealing foods, with a focus bre teaching programs and its areas of specialization: tection and uses of agricultural on either business or science. friendly, helpful staff. Stu- Animal Systems: the study and horticultural crops. B.Sc. Human Nutritional dents benefit not only from the of animal production includ- Sciences: promoting human expertise of staff in the Facul- ing genetics, anatomy, physi- Other programs health through food, nutrition ty, but also from the close ology, nutrition, health and re- B.Sc. Agroecology: the study and healthy eating for individ- proximity of other faculties on production. of managed ecosystems and uals and communities. campus, federal research fa- Agronomy: the study of crop how to achieve economically cilities, and a vibrant Winni- production, soil management and environmentally sustain- Post-graduate programs peg-based agricultural com- and water resources. able agricultural production. Masters and Ph.D. programs munity. Plant Biotechnology: an ed- B.Sc. Food Science: explores are offered by seven depart- Diploma in Agriculture: ucation in the sciences and ad- how raw commodities are pro- ments and include the Interna-

STANDOUT PROGRAMS »»The T.K. Cheung Centre for Animal Science Research is used »»The Ian N. Morrison Field Research Farm, Carman and Region extensively for teaching and training of undergraduate and graduate Facility, located at Carman, 70 km southwest of Winnipeg, is home students and for visiting scientists. The modern and flexible facilities to the faculty’s off-campus field crop research. This 320 acre site are used to facilitate laboratory classes, individual training programs, features a $1.5 million building that houses a wet lab, seed lab and and institutional animal care training programs. Additionally, it is used cleaning equipment; computer facilities; and classrooms for teaching to facilitate the extension and outreach activities of the Department and extension programs. A full line of small plot field research of Animal Science and the Faculty of Agricultural and Food Sciences. equipment is available at the site. One full-time technician is based Students from local and visiting elementary and high schools visit the at the farm. A branch office of Manitoba Agriculture, Food and Rural centre to gain an appreciation of how animals are raised to provide Initiatives is located in Carman. This provides an excellent opportunity food for humans. for U of M faculty and provincial extension specialists to work together. | 17

TheNational Centre for Live- stock and the Environment is a University of Manitoba- based research community tionally Educated Agrologists that engages in multi-disci- Post-Baccalaureate Diploma plinary, multi-agency research Program and the Co-operative partnerships to further the Education Program. long term economic and envi- Pre-Veterinary Studies: the ronmental sustainability of in- faculty offers a two-year pre- tegrated livestock and crop veterinary program to prepare production systems. NCLE Manitoba students for study at draws on the extensive, diverse the Western College of Veteri- expertise of the NCLE research nary Medicine, located in Sas- team, state-of-the-art facilities katoon. and equipment, and multiple research locations. TheCanadian Wheat Board U of M Centres Centre for Grain Storage Re- The Richardson Centre for search is a 1,340 square metre, Functional Foods and Nutra- state-of-the-art facility com- ceuticals is in the midst of ex- missioned for the purpose of citing and ongoing research. doing research into all aspects Located in Smartpark Re- of grain storing, drying, han- search and Technology Park, dling and quality monitoring University of Manitoba, the under one roof. Activities Centre is dedicated to the dis- within the building consist of cussion, discovery, and devel- integrated research studies WE ARE STRONGER opment of functional foods into grain storage and han- and nutraceuticals with a fo- dling with an aim to preserve cus on the crops of the Cana- stored grain in Canada and TOGETHER dian Prairies. around the world. Scan this QR Code to view our current career opportunities. www.legumexwalker.com 18 | ag college guidebook | published by the Western Producer | 19 assiniboine community college Campus location: Brandon, Man. Minimum entering grade: Completion of Grade 12 Tuition: $880 - $3,650 Application deadline: April 1, 2015 Website: www. public.assiniboine.net

ACC’s two-year agribusiness Work experience provides program combines agriculture, the opportunity to use aca- technology and business for an demic knowledge in a practi- in-depth education in one of cal employment setting as Canada’s largest industries. It well as the benefit of extensive involves hands-on learning networking with employers through labs, field trips and and job search support. projects in a student-focused at- After graduation students are rooms. dustry. Horticulture is a broad mosphere with small classes eligible for membership in the An agricultural equipment and diverse field of commer- and experienced faculty. Manitoba Institute of Agrolo- technician is certified to ser- cial enterprises that supply a The program develops skills in gists, with the option to achieve vice, repair, assemble and variety of products and servic- agronomy, GIS/GPS and com- certifications for the Pesticide maintain any agricultural es, as well as a large portion of puter applications, livestock Applicators/Dispenser license, equipment and attachments the diet and aesthetic enrich- production, communications, and challenge the Certified used for farming operations. ment of communities. customer service, sales and Crop advisor exam. This includes equipment for The course provides hands- marketing, and business man- An agricultural equipment harvesting, material handling on exposure to greenhouse agement. Problem-solving technician is certified to ser- and processing, spraying and and field production. The fo- skills are developed by creating vice, repair, assemble and irrigation, seeding, tillage and cus is on production horticul- agrimarketing strategies and maintain any agricultural hay and forage. ture (fruits and vegetables, dynamic presentations. equipment and attachments Learn the science of horti- greenhouse, nursery and or- Studies are not just centred used for farming operations. cultural production with namentals) with an emphasis around the classroom. There’s Trades Apprenticeship hands-on greenhouse train- on food safety and security, in- plenty of field work outdoors, training takes place at the Len ing and field production lab novation and sustainability, introducing the key features of Evans Centre for Trades and experience. as well as a strong applied re- the prairie agro-ecological Technology at ACC’s North ACC’s one-year Horticultur- search component. landscape. This includes tours Hill Campus. Completed in al Production certificate pro- Training, combined with co- of crop and livestock opera- 2010, this 130,000-square-foot gram is designed to meet a operative work experience, re- tions, land formations and wa- facility features innovative growing need for trained per- sults in grads with strong tech- tersheds. shops, laboratories and class- sonnel in the horticultural in- nical skills in production hor-

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»»The advanced diploma in Sustainable Food Systems emphasizes »»Pork Production Technician is a two-year apprenticeship program innovation in food production and post-harvest management in the developed with the Province of Manitoba and Manitoba pork producers context of enhancing food security. Learn industry-standard and and provides practical on-farm training supplemented with technical leading-edge approaches to food production in the greenhouse and training. Apprentices must successfully complete 1,800 hours of field through learning activities in fruit, vegetable and agronomic crop training each year, a total of 3,600 hours, and pass a final exam after production, greenhouse operations, plant breeding, pest-management year two to obtain a provincial Certificate of Qualification confirming plant propagation and nutrient management. status as a certified journeyperson. | 19

ticulture and business basics. all levels of government across Graduates may continue the prairies and elsewhere. their studies at the diploma or There are also positions in re- degree level. search, management, con- Environmental Technolo- sulting and administration gies is a diploma program with of sustainable land use prac- two specializations — GIS and tices. Land and Water Management. GIS Environmental Tech- There is the flexibility to trans- nologies provides experience fer between programs or grad- using modern equipment and uate with both specializa- software for use in resource tions. It features hands-on based sectors including preci- learning through labs, field sion agriculture, forestry, wa- trips and industry projects. tershed management and mu- The Land & Water Manage- nicipal GIS. Geographic Infor- ment Specialization prepares mation System (GIS) is the 93% OF ACC GRADUATES graduates for a progressive ca- basis of geomatics, the science reer in natural resource man- of gathering, analyzing and WHO ARE SEEKING WORK HAVE agement. As climate change interpreting geographic infor- FOUND EMPLOYMENT * and new regulations impact mation to create a picture of demand on land and water, this the physical world. GIS is used Why is ACC considered Manitoba’s field will have an increasingly in remote sensing and GPS to agricultural college? important role in managing collect data detailing varia- Spend a Day with us and find out. Get a these essential resources. tions in land, water, vegeta- more in-depth look at college life and learn Field work will help develop tion, moisture and nutrient more about our agriculture and environmental skills in monitoring and evalu- conditions. Learn to analyze programs, including Agribusiness, Land and ating the quality of rural land and interpret data to solve Water Management, Horticultural Production and water resources, and in land-based management prob and Industry certification courses. planning and managing ac- lems, while honing skills in *Source: Survey of ACC graduates between June 2012 and July tivities for sustainable use. database applications, inter- 2013 conducted by Probe Research Inc. These skills are used in in- personal communications, dustry, conservation districts, cartography, and statistical www.assiniboine.net/spendaday agricultural organizations and analysis. 20 | ag college guidebook | published by the Western Producer | 21

The lower mainland of British Columbia is well-known for its modern dairy and poultry farms, berry farms, ornamental nurs- eries and greenhouses and for its use of integrated pest management techniques. university of the UFV programs combine theory and principles with practical training in horticulture, integrated pest management and live- fraser valley stock production. TheAgriculture department offers a comprehensive one-year Livestock Production certificate and two-year Agriculture Tech- Campus location: Chilliwack, B.C. nology diploma with an option in Livestock Production. Minimum grade requirements: Variable, but Gr. 11 The BBA Agriculture Management offers students another level foundation classes; BBA GPA requirement 2.67. of study once they have completed their diploma options. It also Application deadline: Year-around applications keeps Fraser Valley farmers on their land while they further their education. Tuition: $4,000 - $5,000 UFV is able to place students in a wide variety of work experi- Website: www.ufv.ca ence opportunities to gain even more practical skills.

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»»In addition to using local producers and agribusinesses for real world responsible for raising livestock as part of the course requirements. experience, UFV has greenhouse and barn facilities on the Chilliwack Students participate in a wide variety of local field trips to gain campus. Students spend part of their time, both in and out of class, more experience. Local agricultural professionals regularly join with working with plants or animals in those facilities. Students are classes to give guest lectures on special topics, and many of these responsible for producing greenhouse and nursery crops, and are also professionals hire the school’s graduates.

Animal Health Technologists play a vital role in the veterinary industry. They work under the supervision of veterinary practitioners to support the veterinarian in all aspects of practice. As part of this program, students will participate in on- or off- campus labs where they will be handling animals species such red river college as horses, cattle, swine, chickens, ferrets, rats, mice, dogs and cats. Campus location: Winnipeg, Man. Currently, only Manitoba residents are being accepted. Tuition: $3,755 Greenspace Horticulture Diploma develops the knowledge Application deadlines: July 31 and skills required to construct and manage landscaped areas such as parks, golf courses, athletic fields, botanical gardens and Website: www.rrc.ca cemeteries. The two year program integrates two six-month paid terms of employment with six terms of academic theory. Students visit STANDOUT PROGRAMS greenspace sites and businesses, enhancing educational experience and future employment opportunities. »»Credit transfer opportunities for Greenspace include University of While in this program, learners will attend the Manitoba Golf Manitoba Prairie Horticulture Certificate Program and the Canadian Superintendents Association and the Landscape Manitoba an- Nursery Landscape Trades Association certification. nual conferences, and participate in numerous other field trips. | 21

Fleming college TheSustainable Agriculture program is designed for new and Campus location: Lindsay, Ont. beginner farmers seeking an intensive, applied learning experi- Tuition: $5,256 ence in sustainable, ecological or natural farming methods. The 21-week, on-farm, co-op experience over the summer cre- Application deadlines: June 26 for fall session. ates opportunities for specialization. Previous co-ops have in- Website: www.flemingcollege.ca cluded national and international farm locations as well as work with urban food advocacy groups and farmers. Throughout the Sustainable Agriculture program students will: STANDOUT PROGRAMS • Learn from experienced farmers and practitioners in class, on farm field days, and during panel discussions. »»Through a collaboration between Trent and Fleming, Trent University • Develop a business case and farm plan. students enrolled in the Sustainable Agriculture and Food Systems • Focus on the principles and practices of sustainable agriculture program (B.Sc. or BA Honours), can take Fleming College’s and small farm operations and viability. Sustainable Agriculture Co-op program and earn credit towards their • Enjoy small class size and a highly interactive learning envi- degree while also earning their Ontario College Graduate Certificate. ronment. Students admitted to the program register as full-time Fleming Farming practices in the program are based on the principles of students beginning in January, following the fall term of the last year environmental stewardship, farmer profitability, social respon- of their Trent program. sibility and community health.

The Biotechnology – Advanced program provides students with a strong background in biotechnology in preparation for jobs in health care, pharmaceutical, agriculture, industrial and environmental sectors. This three-year Ontario College Advanced Di- ploma program provides learners with a strong background in the science that drives this expanding industry. Learners prepare themselves for this rapidly exploding field on the cutting edge of algonquin college technology and science and explore breakthroughs in health care, pharmaceuticals, agriculture, industrial and environmental processes. Campus location: Ottawa, Ont. TheHorticultural Industries two year program is designed for Tuition: $2,688 individuals who are interested in landscape design from concep- Minimum grades: 70% for degree programs; tion to implementation. Students learn key aspects of the evolv- variable for college courses ing horticultural industries including sustainable urban agriculture, green roof and living wall technology, nursery production Application deadline: June 30, 2015 and management and urban and rural landscape design, instal- Website: www.algonquincollege.com lation and maintenance.

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»»Horticulture Industries diploma program delivered in a compressed This program prepares students to challenge sections or an entire format over 16 months incorporates key aspects of the evolving Landscape Industry Certification Designation at the technician level as horticultural industries including sustainable urban agriculture, green provided by the Landscape Ontario - Ottawa Chapter, depending on roof and living wall technology, nursery production and management students’ interests and competencies. and urban and rural landscape design, installation and maintenance. 22 | ag college guidebook | published by the Western Producer | 23

The food industry is Ontario’s largest employer, with more than 150,000 employees. Many communities look for new solutions to feed their population. Whether students are interested in developing a new product for food companies; owning a farm or greenhouse; or operating a garden centre, they will gain career skills. TheFood and Farming two-year program offers an opportunity to become familiar with food production. Students focus on plant propagation; soil and plant nutrition; durham college fruit and vegetable production under field, greenhouse, garden and container conditions; product development; food process- Campus location: Oshawa and Whitby, Ont. ing; food and agriculture regulations; disease and pest manage- Application deadline: Feb. 1. 2015 ment; and business practices including product branding, entrepreneurship and marketing. Minimum entering grade: High school diploma The course is offered at the Whitby campus, home of the college’s Tuition: $3,945 Centre for Food. Students will use the laboratories at the college’s Website: www.durhamcollege.ca Oshawa campus and participate in field trips through the year.

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»»Field-to-fork is a concept based on the harvesting, storage, »»Select courses may be offered at any of Durham’s campuses and processing, packaging, sale and consumption of food – in particular the new Centre for Food, the heart of the college’s field-to-fork the production of local food for local consumers. Durham College has vision. Development on the CFF, which opened in September 2013, adopted this concept and applied it to a diverse range of programs that is continually underway including extensive landscaping planning for crossover traditional academic schools with the curriculum, faculty the grounds surrounding the building. This includes plans for a future expertise and equipment required to implement field to fork built into on-campus orchard, pollinator garden, greenhouse, demonstrator several of the college’s programs. gardens, green roof, agricultural planting zone and arboretum.

Sustainable agriculture is about farms that can produce food sustainably, as well as humane working conditions, ethical treatment of animals, living wages, fair prices, profitable business models, conservation of biodiversity, resource stewardship, and healthy diets. At Trent, students grow their own understanding of sustainable agriculture and food. Our Sustainable Agriculture and Food Sys- tems Program examines each of the links between farm and table, and their implications for people, the economy, and the planet. Trent University Students learn about the challenges and benefits of producing and distributing healthy, affordable food in sustainable ways, while Campus location: Peterborough, Ont. preparing for a career in which they can really effect change. Tuition: $7,504 The Sustainable Agriculture and Food Systems Program offers two degree options: an Honours B.Sc. in Sustainable Agriculture Application deadline: June 15, 2015 and Food Systems Science, and an Honours BA in Sustainable Website: www.trentu.ca/agriculture Agriculture and Food Systems Studies.

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»»The Sustainable Agriculture and Food Systems Program, in students in the Graduate Certificate in Sustainable Agriculture, collaboration with Fleming College, now offers a specialization in beginning in January following the fall term of the last year of their Applied Agriculture. This specialization is available to students in the SAFS program. Students who complete the three-semester graduate B.Sc. or (Honours) program in Sustainable Agriculture & Food Systems certificate with a minimum average of 70 percent will receive three (SAFS). Students admitted to the program register as full-time Fleming SAFS elective credits towards their Trent Honours degree. | 23

Horticulture technicians acquire specialized training in turf grass establishment and cultivation practices including monitoring turf grass quality, plant health care, and Integrated Pest Man- agement (IPM) techniques used in landscape construction (Soft- scape Installation), and grounds and golf course maintenance operations, according to respective federal, provincial, and mu- nicipal legal requirements. Students will also: • Learn water quality, plant water requirements and local con- mohawk college servation standards, water stewardship principles, basic irrigation systems. Campus location: Hamilton, Stony Creek, Ont. • Learn basic scheduled, preventative and ongoing maintenance Application deadline: Feb. 1, 2015 procedures for powered horticultural equipment. • Acquire training in safe workplace practices including dealing Tuition: $2,700 with on-site conditions, emergencies and hazards. Students Website: www.mohawkcollege.ca must register as apprentices in the horticulture technician trade program in Ontario.

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»»iDeaWORKS is Mohawk’s research and innovation centre, where »»In 2012, Mohawk College developed an academic plan that considers staff, students and faculty collaborate with industry partners to the needs of the community and ensures that the College produces research, design, develop, test, and commercialize new products and highly skilled graduates who will not just get jobs but also help to technologies. create them.

Housing options: First-year students are guaranteed acceptance into residence as long as they meet the deadline for registration. Steckley Hall is the main residence. It is a co-ed residence with space for over 250 students in double rooms. For more information visit www. ridgetownc.uoguelph.ca/future/livingridgetown.cfm. There are approximately 50-70 private off-campus housing listings in Ridgetown and the surrounding area. See www. university of guelph ridgetownc.uoguelph.ca/future/livingridgetown.cfm. ridgetown campus Financial Support: Ridgetown Campus offers entrance and in course scholarships Campus location: Ridgetown, Ont. and awards. More than $100,000 in financial assistance and academic awards are distributed each year to diploma and certificate Minimum entering grade: dependent on program students to help offset educational costs. For more information: Tuition: $3,011 - $5,466 www.ridgetownc.com/future/financing.cfm. Application deadline: Jan. 14, 2015 Student activities: Website: www.ridgetownc.uoguelph.ca The Ridgetown Campus Students Council represents all Ridgetown Campus students and plans student events and makes STANDOUT PROGRAMS decisions about important aspects of student life on campus. Ridgetown Campus also has numerous clubs on campus that students can get involved in during their studies. For more »»Favourite programs include applied crops, information visit: www.ridgetownc.com/future/experience_ livestock and agribusiness courses extracurricular_clubs.cfm 24 | ag college guidebook | published by the Western Producer | 25

UNIVERSITY of guelph Campus location: Guelph, Ont. Minimum entering grade: Dependent on program Tuition: $3,011 - $5,466 (undergraduate programs) Application deadline: Jan. 14, 2015 Website: www.uoguelph.ca/oac

The University of Guelph is production, agricultural com- one of the country’s most re- munications, soil and weed sci- search-intensive universities ence, beef and dairy nutrition, and has been ranked as one of poverty, food and hunger, inde- Canada’s top comprehensive pendent study courses, and research institutions. equine anatomy, physiology It offers diplomas in agricul- and health. ture, horticulture, environ- The University of Guelph has Student amenities ca/organizations.shtml# ment, turf grass and veteri- access to 17 research stations TheCentral Student Associa- campus. nary technology. Bachelor de- across Ontario. Innovative re- tion represents all undergrad- The University of Guelph al- grees in animal biology, animal search is continuously under- uate students. At Guelph, stu- so offers student exchange op- science, equine management, way in a range of areas, includ- dents living in residence are portunities at 100+ partner organic agriculture, crop / ing agroforestry, turf grass, represented on a variety of universities in more than 30 horticulture / turf grass sci- aquaculture, engineering, pest campus committees by Inter- different countries. ences, plant science, food sci- management, horticulture and hall Council. Interhall orga- ence, food and agricultural animal, crop and veterinary nizes social, cultural and edu- Notable achievements business, food / agriculture / science. As an example of its cational events in residence. In 2012, the University of resource economics, environ- leadership in research and in- At Guelph students enjoy a Guelph was ranked by The Im- mental management, envi- dustry partnership, the Live- huge range of out of class op- pact Group as Canada’s most ronmental biology, and envi- stock Research and Innova- portunities. With more than inventive university, both in ronmental economics and pol tion Centre - Dairy Facility in 100 student-run clubs on cam- the number of inventions per icy. It also offers certificate, Elora, Ont., is a sate-of-the-art pus, including those in the faculty and in the number of graduate diploma, master’s world-class dairy research fa- performing arts, media and inventions in proportion to re- degree and doctoral degree cility built to address the re- service groups, you’ll be able search funding. It is consis- programs. search, education and train- to make a difference, learn tently ranked as one of the top Favourite courses include: the ing needs and priorities of the something new and connect comprehensive universities in crop science field trip, challeng- Ontario and Canadian dairy with others who share your Canada by Maclean’s maga- es and opportunities in animal sectors. passions. See www.uoguelph. zine, and the University Report

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»»Under a partnership agreement with the provincial agriculture »»In keeping with the value that the University of Guelph places on highly department, U of G delivers research, education and laboratory services qualified graduate students, the research initiatives supported by the to further the long-term global competitiveness and sustainability of OMAFRA-U of G Partnership offer the unique and innovative Highly Ontario’s agriculture and food system through excellence in research Qualified Personnel scholarship program to help prepare students for and education. Between 2008 and 2013, 65 full time equivalent faculty increasingly complex and dynamic careers in agriculture and agrifood. positions were supported by the partnership, with 320 people working on projects. | 25

Card by the Globe and Mail has Quick facts: ranked U Guelph No. 1 in Can- ada for campus food for the last »»Undergraduates: 1,728 Off-campus housing listings seven years. students in degree programs, are available at www. In the 2013 University Report 661 students in diploma uoguelph.ca/och Card, students also cited the programs. »»Financial support: Scholarships quality of education, close in- »»Faculty to student ratio: 1:23 from $250 to $32,000 based teraction with faculty, the Co-op programs available: Yes on merit and need. For more friendly, caring community »» information: www.uoguelph. and the beautiful campus as »»Housing options: On campus ca/registrar/studentfinance/. main reasons for attending housing available for singles this learner-centered institu- or couples/families. See www. tion. The university is known housing.uoguelph.ca. for its small class sizes, en- gaged instructors and profes- Famous grads: sors, and its focus on experien- tial learning. It is a friendly, »»Roberta Bondar (B.Sc. (Agr.) »»Grant McEwan (Diploma in 1968) – First Canadian female 1923, BSA 1926) - Professor, open and caring community astronaut and first neurologist University of Saskatchewan, that takes pride in the fact that in space. Following more than a Dean of Agriculture, University its personal approach to learn- decade as NASA’s head of space of Manitoba, 28th Mayor of ing benefits students in every medicine, Bondar became a Calgary, MLA and ninth Lt. academic discipline. consultant and speaker. Governor of Alberta.

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Campus location: Ste. Anne de Bellevue, Que. Minimum entering grade: 75%, but it is competitive. Tuition: $1,647 – $8,071 Application deadline: Feb. 1, 2015 outside Quebec. March 1 within Quebec Website: www.mcgill.ca

The Macdonald Campus, The dietetics program in- which occupies 1,600 aces in a cludes professional place- waterfront setting on the west- ments in hospitals, schools or ern tip of the island of Montre- places such as Health Canada al, is home to the Faculty of in Ottawa; and if agriculture is Agricultural and Environ- where interests lie, students mental Sciences and the can do an internship on a School of Dietetics and Hu- working farm here, or abroad. man Nutrition, as well as numerous research centres. Departments / centres: The campus is spread over • Agricultural Economics: 1,600 acres with research fa- teaching and research in the cilities, bike paths, an arbore- application of economic the- tum with walking and ski ory and methods to prob- trails, a working farm, green- lems in the global food sys- houses and more. tem and the environment. A free intercampus shuttle • Animal Science: teaching and good public transit links and research in modern ani- means Montreal is just a 40- mal agriculture and biology. minute ride away. • Bioresource Engineering: Students can earn interna- teaching and research on tionally recognized degrees at engineering in the biologi- the undergraduate and gradu- cal and env ironmental ate level in the fields of natural spheres, as well as agricul- sciences, environment, agri- ture. cellular plant biology, man- pathogenesis/host defense culture, food, applied eco- • Food Science and Agricul- agement of plant commu- mechanisms and the mo- nomics and engineering. A tural Chemistry: teaching nities, and agricultural ap- lecular basis of drug resis- low student-to-teacher ratio and research is on chemis- plications. tance/drug target discovery. means smaller classes and a try, biochemistry, analysis, • The School of Dietetics and • The McGill School of Envi- collaborative atmosphere. safety, and processing of Human Nutrition: teaching ronment combines perspec- Hands-on learning is what food products. and research on the im- tives from the Faculties of its programs all are about. • Natural Resource Scienc- provement of human health Arts, Science, and Agricul- Many of the courses have field es: teaching and research in during the entire life span by tural and Environmental work — the Desert Ecology natural and managed eco- training future leaders in the Sciences. It bridges disci- course occurs entirely in the systems for the purpose of role of macro- and micro nu- plines from the sciences and field and has internships and conservation and optimal trients in health and disease. the arts to prepare its stu- field semesters in places like resource management. • Research at the Institute of dents as environmental pro- Africa, Barbados and Pana- • Plant Science: teaching and Parasitology is centered fessionals who think beyond ma. research in molecular and around the main themes of traditional boundaries. | 27

STANDOUT PROGRAMS »»McGill Centre Bioinformatics: The mandate of the MCB is to bring together people who work on computational aspects of medical, pharmacological and biological research. This includes fields such as computational molecular biology, computational proteomics, computational functional genomics and computational neuroscience. »»Indigenous Peoples’ Nutrition and Environment Centre: CINE is an independent, multi-disciplinary research and education resource for indigenous peoples, created by Canada’s aboriginal leaders. This centre works with aboriginal communities to address concerns about the integrity of traditional food systems. »»Green Crop Network: The Green Crop Network (GCN) is a unique Canadian nationwide research network for sustainable greenhouse gas management in agricultural production systems. It focuses on new ways to use crops to reduce greenhouse gases, provide alternative energy sources and mitigate climate change. This network is comprised of 50 internationally respected scientists and more than 46 graduate students in 14 universities across Canada. The network focuses on advancing the scientific insights and technologies needed to develop high performing crops ideally suited for the Canadian climate.

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Campus location: Bible Hill, N.S. Application deadlines: March 15 for scholarship consideration; June 1 for Canadian / U.S. applicants. Minimum entering grades: 70% or 60% depending upon the course or program Tuition: $6,000 Website: www.dal.ca/agriculture Located just outside Truro in Academic programs Bible Hill, Nova Scotia, the At the Faculty of Agricul- Faculty of Agriculture is built ture, students can broaden on a proud history of industry- their skill sets and ranges of leading education and re- thought to take their studies search. beyond a single academic It is one hour from Halifax by concentration. They learn global scale. lantic region. car and only 40 minutes from how business, economics and Founded in 1905, Dalhou- Dalhousie’s Faculty of Agri- the Halifax International Air- cultural studies intersect sie’s Agricultural Campus has culture conducts more than port. with applied science, agricul- come of age and stands at the $10 million in research annu- Dalhousie University and ture and technology. threshold of a new era in agri- ally and partners with more the Nova Scotia Agricultural Agriculture in today’s world cultural education, training than 100 companies, govern- College merged in 2012. is an interesting and challeng- and research. The campus is ments and organizations The two schools have had a ing industry. Programs com- home to the Faculty of Agricul- around the world, including close academic relationship bine the core disciplines of ag- ture, which provides agricul- Ethiopia, Saint Kitts, China, for many years. NSAC degrees ricultural sciences with busi- tural based Technical, Tech- and India. were jointly awarded by Dal- ness management and inno- nology, Bachelor and Masters In addition to the modern housie and NSAC was repre- vative technology. level programs. and extensive laboratories, sented on the Dalhousie Sen- Classes include lively discus- Students can choose a variety the Faculty of Agriculture has ate. As Dalhousie’s new Facul- sions around current issues as of specialties within the faculty a number of research facilities ty of Agriculture, these and well as hands-on learning in including graduate work. unique to the Atlantic region, many ongoing research col- the classroom, the lab and the Recent improvements to the including a 250-hectare farm, laborations between faculty at field, giving you practical ex- farm complex and research fa- extensive pasture, field and both institutions will be built perience and a competitive cilities now make it one of the turf grass facilities, green- upon to benefit both commu- advantage heading into ca- most modern, best equipped houses, an experimental or- nities. reers on a local, national and university campuses in the At- chard, and a number of outly-

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»»The Atlantic Research Centre for Agricultural Genomics provides »»The Atlantic Poultry Research Institute performs scientific research services to laboratories on the Agricultural Campus who are working related to regional interests in poultry production and processing in in the Genomics/Molecular Genetics research area at Dalhousie the egg, chicken, and turkey industries. APRI communicates current University. poultry-related information to the Poultry Industry through many different avenues including a bi-annual Atlantic Poultry Conference which highlight current advancements in poultry science. | 29

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please Note: All institutions profiled in this publication were sent questionnaires and invited to send full detailed statistics, but some had not submitted any information by press time. In those cases, information has been obtained from the institution’s websites and is believed to be accurate but has not been verified. Please check with the faculty advisor to confirm program details. Tuition costs are for Canadian residents. HUMANE BLOODLESS | 31 side-by-side comparisons DRUG FREE Ag Program, FACULTY primary campus See on-campus average tuition Institution name OR COLLEGE location page program type housing? (per year) website Faculty of Land University of British Columbia Vancouver, B.C. 6 degree Y $9,800-$15,600 www.landfood.ubc.ca & Food Systems University of the Fraser Valley Agriculture Centre of Excellence Abbotsford, B.C. 17 diploma, certificate Y $5,800 - $6,200 www.ufv.ca University of Lethbridge Arts & Science Lethbridge, Alta. 3 degree Y $3,152 www.uleth.ca Agriculture Sciences, Lethbridge College Lethbridge, Alta. 9 diploma Y $3,709 www.lethbridgecollege.ca Apprenticeship Training Agriculture, Heavy Equipment degree, apprenticeship Red Deer College Red Deer, Alta. 7 Y $997 - $4,199 www.rdc.ab.ca Tech certificate EARLY CASTRATION Agricultural Lakeland College Vermilion, Alta. 7 diploma, certificate Y $5,000 - $7,900 www.lakelandcollege.ca Sciences College of MADE University of Calgary Calgary, Alta. 8 degree Y $5,432 www.vet.ucalgary.ca Veterinary Medicine IN USA Olds College Agriculture Mgmt., Agribusiness Olds, Alta. 9 diploma, degree Y $4,380 www.oldscollege.ca Agriculture, Life and University of Alberta Edmonton, Alta. 10 degree Y $3,525 www.ualberta.ca Environmental Sciences "The Callicrate ‘WEE’ Bander degree, diploma, University of Saskatchewan Agriculture and Bioresources Saskatoon, Sask. 12 Y $4,400 www.usask.ca is well worth the investment." certificate John Blevins, California Western College of Veterinary University of Saskatchewan Saskatoon, Sask. 14 degree Y $9,052 www.usask.ca/wcvm/ Medicine CATTLE GOATS SHEEP School of apprenticeship Saskatchewan Polytechnic Saskatoon, Sask. 32 N $9,000 www.saskpolytech.ca Transportation certificate Agriculture & University of Manitoba Winnipeg, Man. 16 degree, diploma Y $4,000 www.umanitoba.ca Food Sciences Ag Equipment Technician, diploma, apprenticeship Assiniboine Community College Brandon, Man. 18 N $3,650 - $4,275 www.assiniboine.net Agribusiness certificate Animal Health Technology, Red River College Winnipeg, Man. 20 diploma Y $3,755 www.rrc.ca Greenspace management Sustainable Agriculture Co-op, Fleming College Lindsay, Ont. 21 certificate Y $5,254 - $7,560 www.flemingcollege.ca Aquaculture Ottawa, Pembroke, DELAYED CASTRATION Algonquin College School of Advanced Technology 21 advanced diploma Y $2,688 www.algonquincollege.com Perth, Ont. School of Science & Engineering Durham College Oshawa, Ont. 22 advanced diploma Y $3,945 www.durhamcollege.ca Technology HORN Sustainable Agriculture and Peterborough, Trent University 22 degree Y $7,474 www.trentu.ca Food Systems Durham, Ont. REMOVAL Mohawk College Horticulture Hamilton, Ont. 23 diploma Y $2,700 www.mohawkcollege.ca University of Guelph Agriculture, Vet Tech, associate diploma, Ridgetown, Ont. 23 Y $3,162 - $5,820 www.ridgetownc.uoguelph.ca Ridgetown Campus Performance Horse Handler certificate "The Callicrate Bander University of Guelph Ontario Agricultural College Guelph, Ont. 24 diploma, degree Y $6,942 - $9,604 www.uoguelph.ca/oac is phenomenal." Faculty of Agricultural & certificate, diploma, McGill University Ste. Anne de Bellevue, Que. 26 Y $1,647 - $8,071 www.mcgill.ca George Chambers, Carrolton, Georgia Environmental Services degree certificate, diploma, Dalhousie University Faculty of Agriculture Bible Hill, NS 28 Y $6,000 www.dal.ca degree CALL FOR A DISTRIBUTOR NEAR YOU. 800-858-5974 www.CallicrateBanders.com 32 | ag college guidebook | published by the Western Producer

Saskatchewan Polytechnic serves 26,000 distinct students saskatchewan through applied learning opportunities at campuses in Moose Jaw, Prince Albert, Regina and Saskatoon, and through extensive polytechnic distance education opportunities. Programs serve every economic and public service sector. Campus locations: As a polytechnic, the organization provides the depth of learning Saskatoon, Moose Jaw, Regina, Prince Albert, Sask. appropriate to employer and student needs, including certificate, Minimum entering grades: diploma and degree programs, and apprenticeship training. Saskatchewan Polytechnic engages in applied research, draw- Dependent on program, competitive ranking ing on faculty expertise to support innovation by employers, and Tuition: $9,000 providing students the opportunity to develop critical thinking Application deadline: Feb. 15, 2015 skills.

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[ how to get ] Accepted How can you increase your odds of getting the nod? Admissions experts give their best tips. | by M. Carolyn black

tudying agriculture at a post-secondary school is no longer a sure thing. Students who want to study agriculture after high school are advised to apply early and get high marks in grades 11 and 12. Crystal Jorgenson, a communications Sspecialist with the University of Manito- ba’s faculty of agriculture and food sciences, said the college used to be able to admit 100 percent of applicants. However, interest in the program has increased. “We currently accept a maximum of 85 students into the diploma program from all applications submitted, and have caps on some of our introductory degree courses due to classroom size restrictions,” she said. “When there are more candidates than spaces available, the deciding factor is high school marks or (grade point average).” Universities in other provinces, such as Ontario and Quebec, rely solely on a student’s grade point average when deciding admission. Christopher Buddle, associate dean of McGill University’s faculty of agriculture and environmental sciences in Quebec, said involvement in a variety of activities is certainly important, but it all boils down to getting high marks. | 35

Extracurricular activities are “Extracurricular activities are impor- important for all sorts of tant for all sorts of reasons, don’t get me reasons, don’t get me wrong, wrong, but in terms of applying to the program you have to have the (high school) but in terms of applying to qualifications necessary and you have to the program you have to have the grades.” Universities and colleges advise high have the (high school) school students to make an appointment qualifications necessary and with their school’s guidance counsellor early in the year to make sure they are tak- you have to have the grades. ing the courses they need for their chosen post-secondary program. Christopher Buddle | McGill University For example, diploma students in Mani- toba should graduate with a minimum of five Grade 12 credits at the S, G or U level, which includes English 40S, mathematics (40S or 45S) and a science 40S. The minimum average for those three designated subjects is 60 percent. The equivalent level of studies from other Canadian provinces or other countries will be accepted. Manitoba students who apply directly from high school into a degree program must have five credits at the S, G or U level, with a minimum 85 percent combined average in English, Pre-Calculus Math 40S or Applied Mathematics 40S and one of Bi- ology 40S, Chemistry 40S, Physics 40S or Computer Science 40S. Grades can’t be less than 60 percent in each area. The U of M accepts a low number of out- of-province students — about five per cent — and the University of Guelph’s Ontario Agricultural College has less than 100 out- of-province students among the nearly 2,400 who attend. On the other hand, nearly 40 percent of McGill’s agricultural students are from outside Quebec. Almost 20 percent are from other provinces and the rest from the United States or overseas. “We have a high number of students from all around Canada and (the ability to speak French is) not an issue,” Buddle said about the English-speaking university.

continued on page 45 » 36 | ag college guidebook | published by the Western Producer | 37 | 37 [ show me the ] money Where do you find scholarships, bursaries, co-op programs and internships to help you pay for school and get experience so you can land a paying job? | by m. carolyn black

tudent loans are often part of the application process, shoring up income shortfalls and en- suring the university or college experience is ac- cessible to all. However, what if a student’s parents make too much money to qualify, at least on paper? A career building the Scholarships, bursaries and paid co-op programs at the post-secondary level can help de- future of farming fray mounting tuition, textbook and residence costs. SScholarships are merit-based awards given to students with Deliver Member Value to farmers. high grade-point averages or some other outstanding achieve- Grow personally & professionally. ment, such as community involvement or proven leadership skills. As a Farmers of North America Member Service Manager (MSM) you will provide Information about the types of scholarships that are available information to your Members that is guaranteed to maximize their farm profitability. can be found at high school guidance offices, but universities Yes-Guaranteed. If one of your Members does not achieve the full value of their recommend going online to get information directly from their Membership investment, we refund 100% of that investment. That's how confident you websites. can be that you are making a real contribution to farmers.

Some scholarships are granted automatically to students with To be an MSM you should also have or be willing to obtain a strong understanding of the a high grade-point average and can range from $500 to $5,000, business management of a farm, the kinds of decisions farmers are required to make, depending on the GPA and the type of program selected. and the nature and extent of risks farmers must manage. Then you need to be driven to Students don’t need to apply for these entrance scholarships. partner with your Members to improve their bottom line. They are granted in the fall once final grades have been reported from the previous school year. If you have drive, creativity and a passion for agriculture, you’ll find a Scholarships are also available specifically for agriculture stu- career with FNA deeply rewarding. dents based on merit, although some combine academic scores with financial need as a secondary consideration. For example, Call us toll-free or visit us online for if two equally performing students are eligible for a scholarship, more information. See page 32 for it will go to the one with demonstrated financial need. more exciting career opportunities! “The University of Guelph has an extremely generous scholarship program that recognizes academic achievements and supports students in their continuation of study,” said Stephanie Craig, communications manager at the University of Guelph’s Ontario Agricultural College. 1-877-FNA-FARM FNA.cA/cAReeRs continued on next page » 38 | ag college guidebook | published by the Western Producer | 39

Different types of awards are available at different times of year, so it is important to be constantly monitoring university awards pages. Entrance scholarships have the earliest deadlines, usually, so that is something for new students to keep in mind.

Crystal Jorgenson | University of Manitoba

»»continued from previous page “Here in OAC, we are also very lucky to plied for provincial student loans have al- The University of Manitoba offers a co- have the generous support of loyal alum- ready had their financial needs verified by operative education program available to ni, donors and industry partners resulting the government, and that need is taken into diploma and degree students. Students in more than 350 OAC specific awards giv- account when bursaries are handed out. perform paid work for employers and re- en out annually to OAC diploma, under- “If no government loan has been applied ceive credit hours for those work terms. graduate and graduate students. These for, students can also declare their finan- Some government positions are funded awards are only available to OAC students cial need in an application to the Univer- only as co-operative positions (Federal and total more than $650,000.” sity of Manitoba’s financial aid and awards Student Work Experience Program). The U of G also has generous bursary department. The key thing to remember is Ironically, Jorgenson said the university’s programs. In 2013-2014, Guelph’s need- that some awards are actually need- co-operative education program is under- based aid totalled more than $8.5 million based, rather than strictly achievement- subscribed because agricultural students with 4,400 bursaries distributed last year. based, so it is always a good idea for pro- are in such high demand by employers for Quebec’s McGill University also offers spective students to do their research and summer and permanent positions. entrance and need-based awards, and to apply for anything and everything they McGill doesn’t have an official co-op pro- many of them are agricultural based. might be eligible for.” gram, but it does have internships that are “Many of those are general across Mc- Students who need to work during the often done over the summer so that students Gill, but within our faculty we have many, school year to generate income might take can find work through the campus office many scholarships for ag course students a paid summer internship or opt to take a that relates to their academic program. that might be specific to where they’re slightly reduced course load during the “They can get a credit for that work as from: rural Quebec or some other place in year but make it up with a short summer well as the opportunity to get work experi- Canada,” said Christopher Buddle, asso- course or stay for an extra semester at the ence related to their field,” Buddle said. ciate dean of McGill’s faculty of agricul- end of their program. “It’s a little different from a co-op that is ture and environmental sciences. “It’s a tricky balance because university a formal part of an academic program; it’s “Some are entrance and some are in- places a lot of demands on a student’s time more of a value-added component. The in- course, ongoing and renewable as well.” but I also recognize that many students ternships are credited and show up on a The financial assistance section of each need to find the time to work,” Buddle said. student’s transcript and most of them are university or college website is where you’ll “In our faculty, a normal course load is paid internships as well.” find the best information on bursaries. five courses per term, but some students Co-op programs are available at the The University of Manitoba has extensive take only four courses, yet they’re still OAC in the Bachelor of Commerce-Food information available online, but commu- considered full time. That gives them a lit- and Agricultural Business, Bachelor of nications specialist Crystal Jorgenson rec- tle more flexibility.” Science - Food Science and Bachelor of ommends also checking the website fre- Advisers at the University of Manitoba Science in Environmental Science pro- quently throughout the school year. recommend students not spend more grams. “Different types of awards are available at than 10 percent of their time off school at For more information on scholarships, different times of year, so it is important to be work plus a 2:1 study to classroom time ra- bursaries, co-ops and internships, visit constantly monitoring university awards tio. Because school itself is often very busy, the website of the university or college pages. Entrance scholarships have the earli- another option besides finding employ- you’re interested in. A FAQ section is usu- est deadlines, usually, so that is something ment outside the classroom is for students ally available and an email address is pro- for new students to keep in mind.” to look at co-op courses or programs that vided to reach someone who can answer Jorgenson said students who have ap- offer paid internships. other questions. | 39 a school with Global appeal U of S ag programs draw interest from international students | by taryn riemer

ate Creutzinger didn’t her a lot of opportunities to get always know the Uni- out and explore, she added. Kversity of Saskatche- Mary Buhr, dean and profes- wan existed, but now she is liv- sor at the agriculture college, ing in Saskatoon as she earns said Creutzinger is one of the her masters of science degree few international students at the Western College of Vet- from the United States. erinary Medicine. The university doesn’t have a Creutzinger decided to move lot of international under- to Canada from Ohio to work graduate students, but 50 per- with Joe Stookey, a professor in cent of the graduate students animal behaviour at the U of S. are from other countries. “I had already known about Buhr said there are three rea- my adviser (Stookey) from his sons why the agriculture col- research and so when I found lege is making efforts to bring out I would be working with in more international stu- him, I was immediately excit- dents: ed,” said Creutzinger. • The industry need graduates She is working on using hair and bringing in international cortisol in beef cattle as a way students can help fill the to measure chronic stress. need. “I had really been looking at • It is beneficial for Canadian Canadian universities be- students to interact with cause Canada leads the U.S. in international students and behaviour. The U.S. really isn’t receive a broader picture of that interested in it,” she said. the world. “So I figured if this is what I • Students who return to their want to do and Canada is lead- home countries are useful ing in it then I should come commercial and academic here.” connections for the university. Creutzinger said moving Buhr said the university is away from home for grad working closely with several school wasn’t a foreign con- universities in China to bring cept for her family. in students. Her older sister moved to India and Mongolia are also South America to teach Eng- on the top of the list in getting lish five years ago and ended more students. up staying there. She said the college is partic- “So when I told my family I ularly looking for students in was going to Canada for grad its food and bio-product area school, their immediate re- for two reasons. sponse was, ‘that’s fine, but “One being that it is a pro- you have to come back at the gram that is under-sub- end of two years,’ ” said Creut- scribed by Canadian students zinger. and the other reason is it’s a She said she has enjoyed her very popular area in interna- time at the U of S. The city gives tional circles.” 40 | ag college guidebook | published by the Western Producer | 41 | 41 the hunt for [ affordable ] student housing Almost all post-secondary students will have to deal with housing at some point in their schooling. It can be stressful, costly and sometimes a nightmare. It can also play a significant role in where students end up going to school. Here’s how four major Canadian agricultural schools handle the issue. | By Taryn Riemer

University of Guelph lated to their major. The Ontario university can house slightly less than 5,000 students. Olds College Prices for both semesters range from This college in Olds, Alta., also has a strong $6,600 to $7,800. agriculture background. The more traditional dorm style single Olds can house 560 students, but that room is less expensive and townhouses will expand to 610 next year when Centen- will cost more. nial Village is completed. Students can also have the option of liv- The college has two options for students ing off campus. They find this information looking to stay on campus: Frank Grisdale on the university website in the Off Cam- Hall or town houses. pus Living section. Prices range from $2,524.50 for an eight A meal plan is mandatory for students who month term in a double room in Frank live in the dorm-style residence without a Grisdale Hall to $4,862 for eight months in kitchen. They offer a range of options to -ac a town house. commodate a person who eats light and stu- Students looking for off-campus options dents such as athletes who need to eat a lot. can look at the listings found on the col- Guelph has a significant agriculture tra- lege’s website. dition, which admissions officer Chris Students living in Frank Grisdale Hall Boyadjian said is a big draw for students. must be on a meal plan, either a five day a “If they come from an agricultural back- week or a seven day a week option. ground, the chances are, in this area, any- Kerry Moynihan, director of guest expe- way, that somebody in their family went to rience, said the college’s new Elements the University of Guelph, granddad or Dining Fusion cafeteria caters to students dad. That’s one of the main motivators,” from rural backgrounds. said Boyadjian. An impulse dining system allows stu- Guelph also offers academic clusters, dent to eat as much as they want, when- which means students who choose to be ever they want. in the agriculture cluster can live in the Jay Rimke, a second year agriculture man- part of residence where other agriculture agement student at Olds, said he appreciates students also live. how the cafeteria caters to students who A programming counsellor, who is an may want to cook for themselves. upper year student, would provide extra curricular programming that is re- continued on page 46 » 42 | ag college guidebook | published by the Western Producer | 43

SOS: Stressed out students

eeling like a fish out of water is normal, and Fmany first year students struggle with anxiety. Your new university under- stands this well. Christopher Buddle, associate dean of the faculty of agriculture and environmental sciences at McGill University in Quebec, says it’s common across universities to understand that new students may feel overwhelmed and isolated at first. “It’s a big issue. It takes some time to get to know the place and get to know your community,” he said. McGill is a large university, but its agricultural campus — Macdonald — is small, with about 1,400 undergraduates and 550 graduate students, comparable to a large high school. Buddle said this creates an opportunity to get to know your peers and instructors. “It’s a very friendly place and there are a lot of student-led clubs and activities that students who might be feeling isolated or homesick have opportunities to get involved in.” In addition, built-in support systems are available. “We are very sensitive to making sure that our students have good physical and mental health, it’s essential, plus all of our freshman students are guaranteed spots in our residence,” Buddle said. These dorms have on-site services to help students deal with anxiety or isolation. As well, the Macdonald campus has a walk-in office clinic W A N T A W A N T A M E A N I N G F U L | 43 M E A N I N G F U L CAREER? CAREER? SOS: Stressed out students Be Somebody! All your hard work has paid off and you’ve been accepted to your school of choice. Once you’ve arranged tuition, textbooks and time tables, you might start to think that your new university life is a bit overwhelming. Don’t worry: there’s support for that. | by M. Carolyn Black

staffed with a health nurse or based Ridgetown Campus. counsellor at certain times of “At Ridgetown Campus, peer the week. helpers are a group of students Counsellors help students and staff that are available to with everything from the anx- help students with many iety associated with prioritiz- things such as academic help, ing time tables and time man- tips on adjusting to campus agement to mental health. life, study skills sessions, math These services are already in- help and more,” said Stepha- cluded as part of regular uni- nie Craig, communications versity fees. manager at the U of G’s Ontario Crystal Jorgenson, commu- Agriculture College. nications specialist in the Uni- She said the primary func- versity of Manitoba’s faculty of tion of counselling services is Graduates from Agricultural Colleges Graduates from Agricultural Colleges agriculture and food sciences, “to help students realize, de- said the university offers pro- velop and reach their personal become part of the regulated profession of become part of the regulated profession of grams and support services, potential in order to maximal- Agrology. In Saskatchewan, we are the SIA. Agrology. In Saskatchewan, we are the SIA. including personal counsel- ly benefit from their educa- ling, group counselling and tional environment. This workshops, career guidance, mandate is developmental, Guardians of the Food System Guardians of the Food System financial aid, and physical and educational, remedial and Agrologists ensure our food is produced Agrologists ensure our food is produced mental health services. preventive.” responsibly and is healthy and safe. responsibly and is healthy and safe. “The faculty also offers on- It’s well understood that site advising to students, students, especially those working closely with them to living far from home for the Stewards of the Environment Stewards of the Environment ensure at-risk students suc- first time, may need extra Agrologists ensure our natural resources are Agrologists ensure our natural resources are ceed. In addition, we have one support, so take full advan- of the few faculty-based career tage of the programs your protected and used sustainably. protected and used sustainably. counselling and job posting university or college offers services.” that you’re probably already The support network at the paying for. University of Guelph is compre- Information on these and hensive and includes Peer Help- other services is available on er programs at both the main the school website and during 306-242-2606 | www.sia.sk.ca 306-242-2606 | www.sia.sk.ca campus and the agricultural orientation. 4444 | | ag ag college college guidebook guidebook | | published published by by the the Western Western P Producerroducer | 45 go to college, see the world Interested in a Canadian agriculture degree but yearning to travel abroad before you graduate? Many Canadian universities partner with American and international schools to provide a broader agriculture education and hands-on experience that includes school credit — and sometimes, a paycheque too. | By M. Carolyn Black

cGill Univer- given multiple opportunities.” the exchange. sity in Quebec The University of Manitoba has had a The University of Guelph has exchange offers a global formal exchange agreement in place for agreements with more than 100 partner in- food security about 20 years with the University of Agri- stitutions in more than 30 countries, and its program that cultural Sciences (Sveriges Lantbruk- Ontario Agriculture College offers several has a hands- suniversitet or SLU) in Sweden. Three to popular courses that include travel. on component six senior undergraduate or graduate stu- One is a crop science field trip course and the op- dents may take a semester or two of study that features a tour through the U.S. Mid- portunity to travel abroad. The school also at either the main campus in Uppsala or west. Students tour cash crop and live- Mmakes internships available. one of the satellite campuses elsewhere in stock farms from Indiana to Colorado to “The internships are around the world Sweden. learn about everything from irrigation to so students go everywhere from Africa to “SLU has been, by tradition, a university stockyard markets. Europe to Saskatchewan to Ontario as for the agricultural, forestry and veteri- “Another popular course is a field course well as local farms, so internships are very nary sectors, and now also takes an active in international agriculture,” said com- global,” said Christopher Buddle, associ- role in various environmental monitoring munications manager Stephanie Craig. ate dean of McGill’s faculty of agriculture programs,” said communications spe- “Students travel to Costa Rica for 10 days and environmental sciences. cialist Crystal Jorgenson. and experience a wide range of crop and live- “We have information sessions for incom- “Study areas include agricultural and stock production and natural ecosystems, ing students to give them exposure to the in- horticultural sciences, landscape archi- including rainforest, in the wet and season- ternship office, and many of them will get an tecture and planning, forest science, nat- ally dry tropics and higher altitude zones.” internship after their first year.… We have ural resources and animal science.” The U of G also offers the option of study- different levels of internships: a 200 level fol- She said scholarships are available to ing for a semester abroad, and its website lowed by a 300 level the next year, so they’re help defray travel costs associated with features a story about five agricultural students who lived in the Netherlands for four months, staying at an international student residence at Wageningen University. The main focus of the group was to study agriculture in the Netherlands, especially the famous Dutch dairy industry, but the students took full advantage of weekends off to explore European countries such as Germany and Italy. Honours agriculture degree student Al- an Nanne enjoyed his trip abroad before starting his summer job at the U of G’s Elo- ra Beef Research Centre. He said in the website story that although the trip confirmed he was on the right path to working with Holstein cattle, “I really did miss the dairy industry at home. Going on exchange made me realize how much I appreciate everything about Canada.” W A N T A W A N T A M E A N I N G F U L M E A N I N G F U L | 45 CAREER? CAREER?

Accepted Be Somebody!

»»continued from page 35 The deadline to apply to most universities is mid-January, “We’re an opportunity for a but students to apply as early student (that) if they want to as possible to ensure that their come and work on their application will be seriously French, they’re in a bilingual considered. milieu, even though the class- They can’t apply until they room environment is English. receive access codes and edu- We get a number of students cation numbers from their who maybe did French im- high schools, but most schools mersion in a different province make this information avail- and they see coming to Que- able in November. Guidance bec as a neat opportunity to offices can give the exact date. study in English but work, live Manitoba students need a and socialize in a bilingual en- Manitoba Education Number Graduates fromvironment.…” Agricultural Collegesbefore they can apply, while an Graduates from Agricultural Colleges become part of the“We regulated offer a number profession of inter- ofApplication Access Code Let- become part of the regulated profession of Agrology. In Saskatchewan,esting programs we related are tothe agri SIA.- ter is required in Ontario. Stu- culture, like global food secu- dents should check with their Agrology. In Saskatchewan, we are the SIA. rity, which is a very internation- high school to see what they Guardians of theal program Food that System looks at food need to start the application Guardians of the Food System Agrologists ensuresystems our food around is the produced world and process. some of the implications of the Manitoba students can self- Agrologists ensure our food is produced responsibly and islarger healthy issues and we face safe. with food report their grades, and their responsibly and is healthy and safe. and how it’s moved around and official transcript will be sent Stewards of theits safetyEnvironment and security. to the university at the end of “I think the interesting thing the school year. In Ontario, Stewards of the Environment Agrologists ensureabout our ournatural agricultural resources pro- arestudents’ access codes auto- Agrologists ensure our natural resources are protected and usedgrams sustainably. is the breadth of the matically provide universities protected and used sustainably. program. They’re not tradi- with their marks. tional programs with a focus University and college web- on just Canadian agriculture sites include information or on production of crops X, Y about admissions, acceptance or Z. They’re really very broad rates, cut-off grade ranges for and reach out into issues competitive programs, the 306-242-2606 | www.sia.sk.ca around sustainability and cost to apply and the types of 306-242-2606 | www.sia.sk.ca food security.” courses available. 46 | ag college guidebook | published by the Western Producer student housing month in the older residence with a private washroom and go to $850 in the newer costs $9,909 (meal plan in- College Quarter. cluded) plus fees for eight »»continued from page 41 A housing registry through months. A meal plan is man- the student union helps stu- datory in some residences. “If I have the time and want to dents look for off-campus The university doesn’t offer a cook my own food, they have options. registry for off-campus op- the “My Pantry” section in the tions. caf where you can cook your University of Alberta Brock Richardson, assistant own meals and what not, so The U of A can accommodate dean of students for residence that’s very useful,” said Rimke. 5,000 students between its life, said agriculture students The college will continue to University of Saskatchewan Augustana and main cam- feel at home at the university. tailor to agriculture students The main agriculture option puses. “When they’re here in resi- with the new residence, which in Saskatchewan is the U of S It has 12 options for students dence, they’re surrounded by will include a boot room with in Saskatoon. looking to stay on campus, a whole bunch of other stu- lockers for students. It has a capacity of 2,279 ranging from dorm style to dents going through some- “A lot of our students are in students for residence. There studios. thing very similar,” he said. the field and they’re out on the is dorm style residence and Prices also vary greatly. “They’re going to be on a farm or doing equine or doing condo type residence for un- A four-bedroom studio costs floor with a whole bunch of animal health technology,” dergrads and a residence $438 per month per person, other small town kids and Moynihan said. “They’re not specific to grad students plus fees and telephone and people from farms, so they’re in fancy high-heel shoes, called Grad House. internet. going to find people that they they’re in work boots.” Prices start at $750 per A dorm-style single room identify with right away.”

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